Nicaragua GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Nicaragua's gni per capita was $2,688 in 2025, ranked 154th globally. This represents a 7.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1962–2025.
Overview
Nicaragua's gni per capita stood at $2,688 in 2025, a rise of +$178 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $2,688 by 2025. Nicaragua ranked 154th globally.
Nicaragua’s gross national income per capita rose from a low of 140.00 in 1962 to an all‑time peak of 2,688.00 in 2025, placing the country 154th in the World Bank ranking among 190 economies. This 1,921 percent increase over 64 years reflects gradual structural reforms, modest export diversification and remittance inflows, yet the level remains just below that of peer economies such as Côte d’Ivoire (2,689.00) and Zimbabwe (2,687.00). The early post‑revolutionary period saw the trough, while the recent surge coincides with expanded fiscal consolidation and modest private‑sector growth. Despite the upward trajectory, the per‑capita figure lags behind regional averages and remains vulnerable to external shocks, including commodity price volatility and climate‑related agricultural disruptions. Continued investment in human capital and integration into regional value chains will be crucial to sustain the current upward trend and narrow the gap with higher‑income peers.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $3,028 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $2,858 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $2,688 | - | - |
| 2025 | $2,688 | +$178 | #154 |
| 2024 | $2,510 | +$150 | #147 |
| 2023 | $2,360 | +$210 | #157 |
| 2022 | $2,150 | +$90 | #162 |
| 2021 | $2,060 | +$250 | #161 |
| 2020 | $1,810 | −$120 | #164 |
| 2019 | $1,930 | −$60 | #163 |
| 2018 | $1,990 | −$60 | #157 |
| 2017 | $2,050 | +$70 | #151 |
| 2016 | $1,980 | +$70 | #153 |
| 2015 | $1,910 | +$60 | #154 |
| 2014 | $1,850 | +$90 | #153 |
| 2013 | $1,760 | +$60 | #153 |
| 2012 | $1,700 | +$100 | #153 |
| 2011 | $1,600 | +$110 | #153 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Nicaragua matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Nicaragua's gni per capita was $2,688 in 2025. Ranked 154th globally. This represents a 7.1% increase from the previous year.
Nicaragua's gni per capita peaked at $2,688 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in Nicaragua was $140 in 1962.
Nicaragua ranks 154th globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Nicaragua's gni per capita is projected to reach $2,688 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Nicaragua in 2025 was $2,688. This ranks 154th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_nicaragua_gni-per-capita,
title = {Nicaragua GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/nicaragua/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}